Social Policy in Aotearoa New Zealand by Christine Cheyne, Mike O’Brien, Michael Belgrave

A practical guide to understanding how policy shapes everyday life in Aotearoa

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A solid introduction to how social policy works in Aotearoa New Zealand, this text explores the ideas, history, and real-world impact of government decisions on communities and wellbeing. Widely used in tertiary study, it explains key debates around inequality, welfare, health, housing, and social change in a clear, approachable way, making it a handy reference for students or anyone wanting a better understanding of how policy influences daily life here in New Zealand.